October News 2018

Mid-term break is fast approaching! I hope the break is a great time for rest and time together,
when it comes.

All children in the school will be reminded about their personal safety in the
coming weeks; covering aspects around safety near bonfires and fireworks
and about remaining visible as the daylight closes in earlier each evening.

Congratulations to 5th and 6th Class who
participated in the Fair-Play Soccer
tournament on Wednesday 10th October.
They represented themselves and their school
excellently. The tournament is taught as conducted as part the
Show Racism The Red Card programme and hosted by An
Garda Síochána.

After-schools programmes are up and running for the term. I am aware of a significant
number of pupils disappointed to not secure a place in a club of their preference. Mrs Shipman
is co-ordinating the programmes and will do her best to ensure those who were not successful
on this occasion are prioritised for the coming term. She will conduct sign-ups in December, in
preparation for the term ahead. (Payment for term 2 will not be required until after Christmas.)

The Parents Association A.G.M. took place in the school on
Thursday 11th October 2018. The Parents Association are
always very active in organising events both for parents and
for pupils. They are also involved in active fundraising on
behalf of the Board of Management for specific projects
around the school. The playground re-surfacing to be
completed this month is being funded significantly through
funds raised by the Parents Association, last year

Homework Policy is under review this year. The Board of Management will be
seeking the views of parents, teachers, pupils and Department of Education and
Skills guidelines to inform the review of the current policy. Please make sure your
voice is heard in the discussion by contributing.